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Date formatting varies across different regions, with distinct conventions for ordering days, months, and years. For example, in the United States, March 5, 2026 would typically appear as 03/05/2026, whereas in many European countries it would appear as 05/03/2026. Understanding and correctly applying these formats is essential for clear communication and accurate interpretation of time-based data.
By default, the platform uses the mm/dd/yyyy format. You can update this setting to match your regional standard, ensuring consistency across date pickers and displayed dates throughout your account.
Set default date format
- Navigate to Account Management > Company information.
- Scroll to Account settings.
- Locate Date format in the table and select your preferred option.
Note: Databox currently supports only the two most common formats used in the USA and Europe. If your region uses a different format, please submit a request on our Roadmap so that others can upvote it as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply different date formats to different client accounts?
Yes. Date format is configured at the account level. This means each client account can have its own date format setting, independent of the agency account or other client accounts.
Can I use multiple date formats simultaneously?
No, only one format can be used at any given time.
Can individual users choose a different date format?
No. The date format is managed at the account level and applies to all users.
Does changing the date format affect my data?
No. The setting only changes how dates are displayed. Your data and historical values remain unchanged.
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